Bombardier Global 7500 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 sit in the ultra-long-range, large-cabin category, designed for intercontinental missions and high-comfort layouts. The Global 7500 is typically around 7,700 nautical miles of range, while the G700 is in a similar class at roughly 7,500 nautical miles, and both commonly seat about 14–19 passengers depending on configuration. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a super-midsize business jet aimed at shorter, high-frequency business trips, with range around 2,100 nautical miles and typical seating of about 8–9 passengers. The Piper M600 SLS is a single-engine turboprop, positioned well below the jets in size and speed, suited to regional travel and owner-pilot operations; it offers roughly 1,400 nautical miles of range and typically carries about 5–6 passengers. Overall, the Global 7500 and G700 prioritize maximum range and cabin space, the XLS+ balances efficiency with jet comfort on mid-length routes, and the M600 SLS emphasizes simplicity and operating economics for shorter missions.
| Spec | Bombardier Global 7500 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 9.50 | $ 5.34 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Global 7500 | XLS+ | G700 | M600 |
| Aircraft Type | Business Jet | — | — | — |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 7700 | 1906 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.79 | $ 0.67 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 4,900 | $ 2,303 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Bombardier Vision (Pro Line Fusion) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 516 | 430 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $75,000,000 | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| Useful Load (lbs) | — | 7540 | — | 2200 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | Yes | No | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 14 | 10 | 16 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 9 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | 4500 | — | — | 8644 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | 9.3 | — | 5.6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 25230 | — | 12600 |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | — | No |
| Model | Passport | PW545C | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 5000 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18920 | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 111 | 52.5 | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 104 | 56.3 | 103 | 43.2 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8 | 5.5 | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.2 | 5.7 | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 54.5 | 18.5 | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 27 | 17.2 | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | — | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | 3.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | — | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | — | 80 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 195 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | — | 165 |